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2 weeks ago
7th Circuit upholds ex-Speaker Madigan’s conviction of bribery, other corruption
Appellate panel rejects arguments weeks after new trial, prison release ordered for ComEd defendants.
2 weeks ago
Record rain in Springfield from two rounds of severe weather Monday
A Flash Flood Warning was in effect at one point late Monday morning in central Sangamon County.
2 weeks ago
Federal agency casts further uncertainty on Illinois’ credit card ‘swipe fee’ law
Measure slated for a May appellate court hearing prior to July 1 effective date.
2 weeks ago
Illinois launches online resources for households on federal food assistance
In public-private partnership, the sites share work, training and volunteer opportunities.
2 weeks ago
Tourism is up in Springfield, but downtown businesses are hurting
While Illinois’ capital still grapples with post-pandemic challenges in the city center, officials anticipate record tourism numbers for 2026.
2 weeks ago
Chicago Bears provide Caleb Williams with weapons in draft but struggling pass rush gets little help
The Bears failed to draft a defensive end and the only defensive lineman they took was South African Jordan van den Berg of Georgia Tech in the sixth round.
2 weeks ago
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby says a tie-up with American Airlines would be good for travelers
“I was hoping to pitch that story to American, but they declined to engage and instead responded by publicly closing the door.”
2 weeks ago
Fast-moving storms batter the Midwest, flooding streets and stranding commuters
“The greatest area of concern is across central Missouri into southern Illinois and into southeast Missouri,” Evan Bentley, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Oklahoma, said on X.
2 weeks ago
Suspect in shooting of 2 Chicago officers allegedly pulled handgun from under blanket at hospital
“This shooting was a stark and heartbreaking reminder of the dangers our officers face all too often on this job,” the superintendent said.
2 weeks ago
UPDATE: Monday morning storms cause little damage in Springfield area; Round 2 possible with Tornado Watch in effect
Gusty winds, some downed trees and power lines, and large hail was reported.
2 weeks ago
Autopsy conducted on man who died after being hit by ISP squad car
Charles Henderson died from "multiple blunt force injuries."
2 weeks ago
Chamber, SSGA go to Washington
The CEO Of the Greater Chamber of Commerce, Mike Murphy was on the WTAX Morning NewsWatch to discuss the Community Fly-in to Washington DC and other tops in the community.
2 weeks ago
Route 66 anniversary, other events throughout May
Get your kicks on RT 66...Amy Beadle of Visit Springfield was on The WTAX Morning Newswatch to discuss the upcoming RT66 100th Anniversary Events that are happening right here in the capitol city...
2 weeks ago
UPDATE: National Weather Service: Severe weather possible Monday throughout almost all of Illinois
How strong a second round of storms is Monday depends on the first round of storms, says forecasters.
2 weeks ago
Donate Life Month: Pass along your organs
Memorial nurse manager says one donor can save eight lives.
3 weeks ago
Fatal Springfield accident involving pedestrian and State Police squad car
State Police: A pedestrian bent down in the road was struck by one of their squad cars.
